Maintenance Technician

Brightside Academy is looking for a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to help keep our centers safe, functional, and welcoming for children, families, and team members.

With more than 30 early learning centers across Pennsylvania, Brightside offers a supportive team, nationally recognized curriculum, modern classrooms, and meaningful opportunities to build your career in early childhood education.

Why Brightside Academy

We invest in our team members with competitive pay, career growth, and benefits that support you both inside and outside the classroom:

* Medical, dental, and vision plan options

* Up to 25 paid days off plus 9 paid holidays

* 401(k) & Roth plans with company match

* Free short-term disability and life insurance

* Child care discounts

* Professional development and advancement opportunities

* Bonus opportunities, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and more

What We're Looking For

* High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver's license

* At least 5 years of building or grounds maintenance experience

* HVAC experience required

* Experience with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs

* Strong problem-solving, organization, and time-management skills

* Able to work independently in a fast-paced child care environment

* Trade certifications preferred

* Ability to use hand tools and provide basic personal tools

What You'll Do

* Perform routine facility and grounds maintenance across assigned centers

* Complete light carpentry, painting, drywall, plumbing, and electrical repairs

* Inspect and repair toilets, urinals, flush valves, drains, and hot water heaters

* Troubleshoot HVAC systems, including filters, belts, capacitors, and basic repairs

* Replace light switches, receptacles, ballasts, bulbs, and ceiling tiles

* Complete preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and vehicles

* Use ladders, drain snakes, hand tools, and maintenance equipment safely

* Respond to electronic work orders and report hazardous building conditions

* Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment

* Assist with janitorial tasks, grounds upkeep, snow removal, and salting walkways

* Follow OSHA, Brightside, and state/federal safety requirements

Join us at Brightside Academy and build a meaningful career with a team that values your work, supports your growth, and helps you make a lasting impact for children, families, and your community.

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